From Hoo's Woods
This is "ZZ", our most recent barred owl patient found standing in the middle of the road, eyes closed and disoriented. She'd been struck by a vehicle, but thankfuly, two kindhearted ladies spotted her and sprang into action. They safely contained her and contacted the Rock County Sheriffs dispatch, who referred them to Hoo's Woods.
ZZ is now in our care with a significant head injury affecting her vision, a common issue for owls with forward-facing eyes. Unfortunately, trauma like this can lead to detached retinas and even blindness. While her prognosis is still guarded, as of this morning has been moved from ICU oxygen to a hospital cage where we can continue to monitor her closely. Let's send positive vibes for her recovery.
They look very effective!